Dinner

Grandma Tweddale's (Shirley Schroeder's Mom) Jello Salad

Time25 Min
Yields12 Servings
ByGrandma Tweddale (Shirley Schroeder's Mom)

"A vintage savory-sweet lemon jello salad featuring cream cheese, pineapple, pecans, celery, and olives, finished with a unique horseradish and mayonnaise creamy topping."

Preparation

1

Step 1

Mix the lemon jello with 2 cups of boiling liquid (water combined with reserved pineapple juice). Mix until dissolved.

2

Step 2

Add the softened cream cheese and beat until the cream cheese is well mixed.

3

Step 3

Add the drained pineapple, chopped pecans, celery, olives (or green pepper), and pimentos. Mix by hand.

4

Step 4

Lastly, add half of the Cool Whip (8 oz) and mix with a spoon until smooth.

5

Step 5

Pour the mixture into a 9x13 pan and chill until set.

6

Step 6

For the topping: Mix the remaining 1/2 of the Cool Whip, mayonnaise, and horseradish.

7

Step 7

Cut the jello mold into serving size pieces and serve with a dollop of the topping on each slice.